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Lot 1538:Mauser "S/42" Code 1938 Luger

August 27th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1538:Mauser "S/42" Code 1938 Luger

August 27th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,250 - $3,500

Excellent Mauser "S/42" Code "1938" Dated Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Magazine and Holster Rig

Dated 1938 on the chamber, with the "S/42" code on the toggle. "Eagle/63" and "droop wing eagle" proofs on the right side of the barrel extension and on the barrel, with the firing proof on the left side of the breechblock, and "GESICHERT" and "GELADEN" on the upper safety area and extractor, respectively. Numbers are matching overall, including on the alloy magazine base and the back faces of the checkered grips. With a brown leather flap holster, marked "G.HEINCHEN/DRESDEN/1938" and "WaA142" between the belt loops, with an extra magazine (nickel body, unmarked alloy base) and an "eagle/63" marked takedown tool. Provenance: The Mel Raucher Collection

ConditionExcellent, with 90% plus of the original blue finish, showing bright edge wear, small patches of oxidization on the left side of the muzzle and the frame, and mild handling marks overall. The grips are very fine, with a few mild dings and scratches. The holster is fine, with mild scuffs and scratches overall. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerMauser

ModelP08

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge9 mm Luger

Barrel4 inch round

Finishblue

Griphardwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL